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Transportation Division Manager 2

The Transportation Division Manager 2 manages an organizational unit providing administrative and support services (i.e., budgeting, accounting, purchasing, personnel, business operations, etc.) in a division. This position will supervise the Purchasing and the Building and Grounds sections of the Materials, Soils, Control, and Testing Division and report to the Division's Assistant Director. This position will manage the Division's storeroom, including procurement of items for the 10 District laboratories and the fuel tank; manage the daily operations of building and grounds staff and ensure that the building is in general and safe working condition; manage the procurement and purchasing of items requiring formal bid and award; oversee the payment of consultant invoices; and act as contact for the Division's contract janitorial and security services. The operations, policy, work processes, and regulatory requirements of the unit are moderately complex, varied and dynamic, requiring some depth of analysis and interpretation of theory, principles, practices, and regulations of a professional or administrative field. Involves the management of professional employees. The scope of responsibility includes planning the operations and procedures of the unit; directing the work of employees; developing employees; evaluating unit operations; developing budget needs; researching new procedures and improvements; interpreting statutes, regulations, and policies. Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, and executes a complex mission of a statewide program or a primary department-wide program.
• Directs the daily operations of the staff and may direct regional or other field staff.
• Develops and implements operating procedures within regulatory and statutory guidelines; develops and approves forms and procedures.
• Renders decisions in unusual or priority situations; consults with supervisors and other state managers in reviewing.
• Evaluates the operations and procedures of the unit for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Recommends the selection and assignment of staff to supervisors, conducts interviews and background evaluations for prospective employees.
• Determines need for training and staff development and provides training or research training opportunities.
• Assists in the development of the division and/or agency budget for personnel services, supplies, and equipment.
• Research professional journals, regulations, and other sources for improvements to agency and unit programs and procedures.
• Compiles a variety of data related to the operation of the unit and/or the agency.
• Interprets statutes, regulations and policies to staff, other managers, and the public.
• May serve as a witness in grievance hearings or other administrative hearings.
• Prepares reports reflecting the operational status of the unit and or agency programs.
• May participate in local conferences and meetings.
• Assessment of program effectiveness or investigating or analyzing a variety of unusual conditions, problems, or questions.
• Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Skills and Knowledge:

A wide range of problems or situations may be presented in this level of knowledge. An understanding of an extensive set of rules, regulations, guidelines, and operations will be required to adequately perform job duties. Knowledge of the organization and programs of the agency or department. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of management, including organization, planning, staffing, training, budgeting, and reporting. Knowledge of state government organization, programs and functions. Knowledge of state legislative processes. Knowledge of federal, state, and local government relationships as they relate to the program, mission and operations of the unit and/or department. Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the program and administrative activities of the unit Ability to supervise others. Ability to evaluate operational situations, analyze data and facts in preparation for administrative and policy decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other government officials, employees, and the public. Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Requirements:

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Substitution: Experience, as described below, may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years full-time or equivalent part-time paid administrative, supervisory, or technical experience in budgeting, accounting, information systems management, purchasing, personnel, or business operations.
• Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience through an established formula.

Benefits:

Annual Increment Pay Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Family Medical Leave Leave Donation Program Military Leave Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program Flexible Work Schedules Training Opportunities Promotion Opportunities Public Employees' Retirement System:

1. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
2. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation Health Insurance Enrollment Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Insurance and more. Life Insurance Credit Union Employee Discounts